KANSAS - The Pinnacle - (Cover By MELANIE MAU & MARTIN SCHNELLA)

[@stevejackson7365]

The word "cover" does not do this piece justice. Kansas has been my band for over 40 years and this was simply wonderful. You have done a great honor to yourselves and my band. Thank You.

[@joeblow2069]

Agree.

[@MrBassfreaq]

Totally agree

[@ButlerFam]

such a good arrangement...this version proves more and more the brilliance of Kerry Livgren.

[@jenton70]

This is just an incredible interpretation of one the most brilliant songs recorded by one of America's most brilliant bands. Everything about this video is wonderful.

[@Dave-in-va]

Being a Kansas connoisseur for almost 40 years, I was blown away by your cover. Well, well done. You all have tremendous talent!

[@MartinSchnella]

Dave Senor thank you so much 😀

[@weeyumzzz94]

I've been a huge Kansas fan since I first heard Left Overture in 1976 (13 years old). I clicked on this video out of curiosity, with low expectations and I was blown away by the talent of these folks!!! It sent chills down my spine and almost brought me to tears. Just Awesome!!! The video and sound are super well done as well. And it really demonstrates the complexity of Kerry Livgren's song writing. Please let me know if you guys ever perform in Portland, OR!!!

[@MartinSchnella]

thank you so much :)

[@jeremypleso676]

Me too bro. It touched my heart deeply.

[@enriquehoraciosantanna4008]

Excelente Martin Schnella

[@b6en]

Agreed 100% Hats off to you talented people for performing a lesser known Kansas song in such a great way. I've also been a Kansas fan for quite a long time (since Audio Visions 1980) and I know that you guys nailed it here!

[@raechelyndawn2580]

I think you guys did an awesome job. This is coming from a huge Kansas fan and I have literally aged and grown up with Kansas and was in contact with Dave Hope for years. I was right there in the 70's attending their concerts. I have every album they have recorded and I've listened for over 40 years... they are my favorite band. You did an excellent job but nobody can compete or compare to the vocal mastery of Steve Walsh. I'm sorry... this is Kansas's art and their song. I just couldn't do the vocals... the rest of it is tolerated but...

[@MrAlliecaulfield]

I was born in Kansas, loved this album when it came out. Was the soundtrack to much of my high school years. It's my favorite song of theirs, and you guys blew my mind. BRAVO.

[@michaelmckenna9022]

I saw Kansas in Milwaukee last July great concert, but some loud drunks were actually louder than Kansas. I am a guitarist, but have only played Dust in the Wind or Carry on Wayward Son. This was a totally different level.

[@pedrodim2622]

Is my favourite song of Kansas! It looks great, congratulations ! Sorry by my terrible english, I 'm a poor man from Brazil that never had a good language teacher !

[@harryhathaway1086]

I'm a 57 year old grown man and every time I see this video I start choking up and almost crying in awe. One reason why is I screwed my life up and I also didn't have parents to encourage me and I look back and see how happy people are that know how to play music to play an instrument to write lyrics that have meaning I sit back and I'm what the hell did I do my life I could have been doing this if I really put my mind to it. If I Only Had some positive influences around me when I was younger it could have been a reality. The satisfaction someone gets when they can play an instrument with such Authority and Clarity and professionalism you can't beat that feeling I'm sure I've never known that feeling but I can only imagine it's probably better than sex cuz it last a hell of a lot longer. God bless you guys for what you do God bless Kansas for putting out the original music and all the other musicians.

[@MartinSchnella]

Wow! Thank you for your words! This is really emotional! Best regards to you!!

[@BigDaddyAEL]

Fantastic cover of probably the greatest song Kansas ever created. Bravo!

[@Nielsen.Brian.P]

By the way: I re-posted your FB link on my page and RICH WILLIAMS liked it :-)

[@corozaldelosochenta3752]

Great. Young guys making justice for Kansas deserves justice of a much bigger audience.

[@James-zd1lk]

Kansas would be proud! Awesome.

[@donshelton7490]

Again your "cover" is a go to for the original... You guys bring out depth to masterpieces. What is so interesting is the vocals bring new meanings to the lyrics... Or maybe I'm just old.... I appreciate everything that y'all do! This One and a few others are at your Top! "Covers" can be such a derogatory term....Just keep doing IT! Younger generations need to know what music IS

[@MartinSchnella]

❤️❤️❤️ Thank you so much for your kind words Don.

[@jasonschell6036]

Jason Schell here. Just supporting all great music from artists with a similar last name.

[@Acousticeg]

Been a Kansas fan since the first album. I'm not easily impressed. Have heard many cover bands try do this. This is by far the best I've heard. So yes I stand impressed. Hope to hear more form you.

[@joer3481]

Covering sacred ground.... EXCELLENT EXCELLENT EXCELLENT EXCELLENT FUKIN EXCELLENT !!!!!!!!

[@MM-ow4mp]

Kansas fan for very many decades. Clicked on this thinking that I would probably not like it. I was wrong!!!!!!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you 😊😊😊

[@borisvandruff7532]

Would love to hear you guys cover “Song for America” or “The Wall”. :-)

[@anthologyproducciones]

-In English Language: EXCELLENT COVER !!! ... CONGRATULATIONS from VENEZUELA (South America), They are All Great !!! . Anthology Producer.

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@joeblow2069]

Tears flowing the way you kids paid homage to such a great band and a great song. Really well done.

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much ❤

[@dwightburns6699]

I cry every time I watch on the TV,I can't believe the level of skill and my God,the production is unbelievable, just utterly fantastic guys...

[@justsingit72]

Just ..... Takes my breath away... and brings tears... yes! Fantastic cover EVERYONE! Now I'm going to listen to every second of it again! Len Audsley .... Our Virtual Kansas....

[@darinarrick824]

WHY DOES THIS ONLY HAVE 62K VIEWS?! Amazing! Excellent! Incredible! I love all their covers!

[@TomHagen-bj6oq]

I have seen Kansas over 100 times in my 66 year life and this is my favorite song this is what Kansas is and. still is today and to the day i die good job....

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you so much for your kind words 😊

[@stevenporter6903]

I have the same story. I was 9 the summer of 76 when Wayward Son hit the airways. Kansas was my band. My first love. What you guys do here fills me with the joy I felt then. Beautiful, talented. Bless you.

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you Steven :)

[@geoffcartridge2079]

That.....Was just awesome! The vocals brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eyes. Well done everyone. And now inwill listen again!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you so much!!! 😊 We also have Cds if you are interested! Check out our Homepage www.gray-matters.de

[@bradleysimpson6930]

Simply amazing. Love the female vocals. Thanks for keeping this music alive!

[@crusheverything4449]

Every once in a while, you stumble across greatness, as I have today. Absolutely stunning musicianship and singing on a level not often seen or heard. I would love to hang out with you people and sing some Kansas!!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much ❤ ❤ ❤

[@smyleseh]

Magnificent. You each and all show the intricacies and genius of Kerry Livgren and Kansas. Bravo and thank you for your wonderful interpretation.

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much :)

[@garybiggs9010]

You are are playing the Bach of the 20th century. Thanks Kerry

[@bobthepsychic3853]

#KANSASforRockHall2021 #KANSASThrowingMountains

[@db321g]

My favorite Kansas song!!!

[@VikingLion76]

Oh my goodness! I just stumbled upon this. I expected to not like it. But, WOW! I'm a big Kansas fan for the last 43 years, but I really did like your version. Nicely done!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you :)

[@sambates490]

My favorite band since 1976..just saw this for the first time this morning and am just blown away. It's so cool to see the respect Kansas is now getting from your generation, as my generation seemed to not know what to think about the amazing made by a bunch of farm boys from middle America. Can't believe you just nailed probably the most classic Kansas song of all! Awesome job! Hope there will be more to come.

[@TheVantripper]

Great Musicianship and soul!!! You are to be commended so much for your love and diligence.. Thanks

[@carloshenriquez694]

My god what an awesome cover. Very good arrangements and very professional.

[@nlikly3]

Outstanding! You've gone where few have dared to go.

[@jeremypleso676]

I've watched this video dozens of times this week. I'm so impressed. Great job to all of you. At the 7min20sec mark is when I began to have some serious goosebumps. God bless you and your talents.

[@MartinSchnella]

Jeremy Pleso thank you so much 😀

[@mercuryman1958]

Phenomenal! Huge Kansas fan here, and this blew me away! Keep up the great work!

[@MartinSchnella]

mercuryman1958 Thank you 😀

[@harmonygreen1730]

WOW! This blew me away. What a beautiful and stellar tribute to this band that helped us all birth our truths. Thank you. Chills and tears.

[@markpalmerton6625]

KANSAS inspired me to play, to learn, to love music...you kids are incredible...tears of joy roll down my face! Carry the torch of this iconic music, I beg you! In Harmony fellow musicians...adieu

[@MartinSchnella]

Thanks Mark :))

[@halcyon289]

WOW !!!!!!!!! Quite wonderful. Thank you for caring about the music from an often overlooked , yet brilliant band.

[@joseluissubiza4158]

Thank you very much from Spain Kansas was my favourite band 30 years ago and this version of The Pinnacle is the best one I ever listened. You all are really good, but Martin is incredible playing all. Kansas will be very proud of you. THANK YOU again!!!! Jose

[@greghicks3508]

Absolutely amazing and beautiful cover of one of my favorite Kansas songs!

[@alexcruzeta1245]

Goosebumps...

[@jangeisler6246]

Klasse instrumentiert, gesungen und die Seele dieses Songs eingefangen.

[@johncollins6910]

Must say it again...amazing cover from one of my favorite Kansas songs! Such a sweet voice from Melanie and Martin is such a talent. I keep coming back to see/ hear it again and again!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you so much John :)

[@evadwall]

The Pinnacle of Kansas, at least for me. Damn fine effort, musicians and vocalists alike. More Kansas, please!

[@LisaBellaDonnaMusic]

Wonderfully and faithfully done. Absolutely no easy feat. True epic American music. ♡

[@rickg7579]

WOW, just WOW, Not only am I impressed, I'm blown away. It takes a lot to impress this 61 year old geezer such as myself. Fantastic rendition of "The Pinnacle" Hoping for great success in the future for you guys !!!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you Rick :)

[@dwightburns6699]

Just wanted to say thank you for all you do 💕🙏😊 so inspiring and just amazing 🙂

[@brucekremer6069]

Words can't explain what I want to say.. Thank You all. Probably my favorite song by Kansas. Epic song and not easy to do but you all did it beautifully... God Bless ya'll and thanks for blessing me.....

[@TheKansasfan1]

These two are absolutely beyond amazing. You should hear them play miracles out of nowhere; do a search. It will blow you away. Not only is the musical content great, wait until you see the production, beyond belief. I'm sure every Kansas member has seen these and must be awestruck. Martin is the best guitaist, I mean musician I've heard in a long time. Great work!

[@daveryan505]

Totally blown away. I've been a HUGE Kansas fan since their first album. This is tremendous!!

[@andante005]

Not even a major electric guitar fan.....JUST a drummer, but at 8:00 you converted me for LIFE.......such fun to watch

[@wvClifton]

GOD DANN I am speechless. No words..

[@HelenaCinto]

Wow... Just wow.. Wonderful... Amazing!

[@tcdknowlton]

ALL fantastic !!! Loved the burning lead guitar towards the end and the saxes in the arrangement was a nice touch. Exceptional all around !!!!

[@daveseretti8492]

This is awesome folks,,,,,,,,,,,,,, well done and thank you...........!!!

[@joeblow2069]

Thanks!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much Joe!!! ❤️

[@VoxLesPaul]

Blown away. Again. What a joy it is to see a new generation of Kansas fans skillfully and tastefully reproduce timeless Kansas works.

[@keithmcmahon9307]

who the hell could give this an unlike? super job guys and lady.

[@MartinSchnella]

+Keith Mcmahon Many thanks!! :)

[@melaniemau3171]

+Keith Mcmahon :-)

[@charlie50201]

Yea really who the heck

[@TheBeatlesFan-gs9so]

5 morons.... :-)

[@markluebbers5781]

A great arrangement! Very impressed from a tried and true Kansas fan and bass player.

[@MartinSchnella]

+Mark Luebbers Many thanks Mark!! :)

[@corozaldelosochenta3752]

My dear God! One of the songs I love most (thinking if it's the one I love most) from Kansas.... You guys must be playing somewhere with a much bigger auduence... Sax makes violin and Walsh mini Moog solos. Her voice is beautiful, and guitar playing... The drummer.... I'm crying with such beauty from a song i carried on with me all my life. Has a personal meaning. Love you guys. Keep the youth playing what's really music. An Anthem perhaps. Thanks

[@corozaldelosochenta3752]

Gotta Listen to this again.

[@peterstickler6492]

Beautiful!! One of my favourite songs of all time.

[@ExiledHippie]

This is absolutely brilliant.

[@Woodscraps-lr5vz]

This is sheer artistry, especially the winds to replace the violin. That guitar sound is super Kerry Livgrenish. Absolutely love this.

[@dkemm2013]

LOVE it! great job folks! you nailed it... I am sure all the kansas alum would dig it! bet Kerry L would be so impressed ... it's amazing to hear someone else play your songs and know they think enough of them to put so much heart and work into them... all of you are extremely talented!

[@fretfix1]

A fresh and amazing take on a song that is now 40 years old! These folks just nailed it...nailed it. Kerry Livgren...what a songwriter.

[@rileycpo]

One way to keep their music alive for future generations. Very nicely done. Awesome!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you 😊

[@rileycpo]

@@MartinSchnella Also, I am blown away of your original music as well. I sing and play guitar, and from time to time record some stuff in my P.J's. It's all about the God given feel and tone. Definitely turned on to your music! Sean, Jacksonville, Florida.

[@MartinSchnella]

@@rileycpo Wow! Really appreaciate your warm words 😊 We also sell cds if you are interested 😊

[@rileycpo]

@@MartinSchnella For sure. No records???!!! I am looking at your web-site now.

[@MartinSchnella]

@@rileycpo Sadly no vinyl. Very expensive in production and less request. 😊 Yes, great!

[@alexonder1545]

Nice job......This is a multiple watch video for sure......

[@anthologyproducciones]

EXCELENTE COVER !!! ... FELICITACIONES desde VENEZUELA (SurAmérica) , Son Grandes TOD@S !!! ... Anthology "Productor".

[@louisVAogden]

I'm stunned. FABULOUS work. You folks have left me speechless and that isn't easy

[@rushyeskansas]

Melli,Martin und Kollegen ... ihr habt euch mit dieser Bearbeitung des Kansas Klassikers einmal wieder selbst übertroffen ... mir fehlen die Worte .... SAGENHAFT ... oder einfach FABULOUS wie man in Kansas sagen würde.

[@MrDocninja]

rushyeskansas Da stimme ich dir zu, aus Old Germany,I am very Proud of you girl(s)&boys!👍👌😃😍

[@littlebuddyd]

Very interesting arraignment. Interesting choice of instruments. Love it. Very well done.

[@littlebuddyd]

Oh and this is of the finest songs Kansas did. That is saying a lot!

[@alexandrealves4517]

Kansas was the soundtrack to my childhood, thanks for the memories!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@TheNotoriousDUDE]

Ihr seid der lebende Beweis dafür, dass Kansas auch ohne Violine, Keys und Orgel genial klingt! Supergeil gespielt, Hut ab :)

[@MartinSchnella]

+Kansasforlife Vielen Dank :)

[@landocal001]

Frickin awesome. The boys in Kansas would dig these covers. Great arrangements, vocals and musicianship. Love it

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you 🤗

[@xmusic369]

What a S.O.N.G... again! :) Thank you guys, you are amazing!!!

[@AudioAtmos]

Beautifully superb. Fantastic!! Thanks for sharing your gifts.

[@littlebuddyd]

My favorite and the very best of Kansas! You guys have made this your own. Love it!

[@alexandargabric]

Just awesome. My hat is off to you dear people

[@tylermorrison7051]

My mind is completely blown. Your interpretation of these songs is incredible.

[@MartinSchnella]

😊😊😊

[@clausweber7361]

Wow - ich kann mich Scott Williams' Kommentar nur anschließen - hier sind großartige Musiker am Werk

[@douglaslivingston6127]

brought tears to my eyes.

[@andante005]

Could not be more appreciative for this, and for your talent & taste in music. What a performance, and warmest wishes for future success and enjoyment in your careers.

[@pyschoman9450]

excellent! very good!! Kansas would be proud!

[@paulkobler8049]

I keep coming back to listen to this fantastic cover. Beautiful.

[@daveseretti8492]

OK, after finding Miracles Out of Nowhere, I came across this. You're all FANTASTIC. Please keep recording and posting for the whole world to see and hear. I sure hope that one day my wife and I can see you all live..... Take care.............. Dave

[@MartinSchnella]

Hey Dave 😊😊 Thank you so much! We also have CDs. Feel free to take a look at our online Shop. We do send worldwide 😊 www.gray-matters.de

[@daveseretti8492]

@@MartinSchnella - Fantastic and Thank You....!! Yeah I'm old, I guess I should've looked you up before I asked about more Kansas stuff LOL.... Have a great day.....

[@Hyvelez]

Wow, when I clicked on this video, I didn't expect this!

[@lefty5757]

My all time favorite band & album all time, hands down.... I wasn't expecting such an amazing cover! That was really really good!!!!! REALLY COOL!!!!! Going to see them this Friday in Portland, OR second row center.

[@lamargalloway4556]

Very nice...as a Kansas fans since the 70s, I applaud your musicianship and faithfulness to their score....I can forgive the sax for strings switch...it works!

[@jpay22]

These Kansas cover tunes are just all kinds of awesome. We executed and sung. Would love to hear a remake of Icarus and the Wall:)

[@BrownAroundTown]

Martin is a part of a renaissance of classic rock, bringing it to a new dimension! A master of the fret-board, with intricacy and diversity to spare, this guy is going places!

[@pbailey232]

excellent...you have successfully reminded us of what and why we liked this song in the beginning....yet it's like listening to it for the first time!!!!

[@billt6264]

pbailey232 Nailed it. I listened to Kansas constantly as a teen. This was indeed like hearing them brand new. Wonderful.

[@Mosbar]

That's my favorite Kansas' song and that's a case of making it truly fantastic. You are just amazing!!! Thank you so much for your talent. Well done!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you 🤗

[@christophercerfus3150]

excellent job guys! One of my favorite tunes.

[@VoxLesPaul]

Love this acoustic guitar + soprano sax oriented version. Everything you touch is A+ quality. God has bestowed upon you wonderful gifts. Thank you for sharing them.

[@kurtuseldinger1590]

Excellent Cover!!! Outstanding!! I saw Kansas in concert back in 1977. That was one of best live performance I've ever seen to this day.

[@siggidietrich7432]

Lieber Martin, liebe Melli und Musikkollegen. Diese Coverversion von the Pinnacle ist ganz wunderbar geworden. Rockmusik vom feinsten. Ein Höhepunkt. Vielen Dank dafür.

[@ericnastav]

Yes. Very impressive. I would never thought I'd have like a clarinet or sax in this song, but it works. Wasn't crazy about the vocals. This is such a grand song, that you really want powerful vocals; at least in some parts.

[@stevelinares8309]

Best cover of this song ever !

[@mattboland5221]

Fantastic job covering one of Kansas's complex masterpieces. Few have attempted this one due to its heavy Prog influences along with its key changes, tempo changes, modulations & so forth. It must have been a challenge to bring this one up to a production level! .......Bravo!!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you very much Matt!! We also have a live acoustic version of The Pinnacle here in our Chanel 😀

[@peterrifugiato1663]

You Got Me!! Been a Kansas Follower since 1976! I see and feel your passion!

[@MartinSchnella]

Thank you so much 😊